Habitual Traffic Offender (HTO)

Under Florida Statute 322.264, a Habitual Traffic Offender is defined as any person who has a certain number of convictions for the below offenses within a 5-year period:

(1) THREE OR MORE convictions of any one or more of the following offenses:

(a) Voluntary or involuntary manslaughter resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle;

(b) Any violation of DUI;

(c) Any felony in the commission of which a motor vehicle is used;

(d) Driving a motor vehicle while his or her license is suspended or revoked (DWLS);

(e) Failing to stop and render aid as required under the laws of this state in the event of a motor vehicle crash resulting in the death or personal injury of another; or

(f) Driving a commercial motor vehicle while his or her privilege is disqualified.

(2) FIFTEEN convictions for moving traffic offenses (infractions) for which points may be assessed.

Being classified as a Habitual Traffic Offender is a very serious designation that causes a person to lose their license for 5 years (322.27(5)). If you or someone you know has been classified as a Habitual Traffic Offender, it is in your/their best interest to contact an experienced attorney immediately.

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